Posts Tagged ‘MidCentury’

mid-century modern decorating tips?

anyone know of any websites with good mid century modern style decorating tips or ideas/

I’m trying to find a home plan site that has mid-century modern style home plans. Anyone know any? Thanx.?

I’ve searched and searched, but I keep getting vintage books on mid-century modern home plans. I’m looking to build a home and I need a home plan that is more recent than that to give to the contractors. As long as the plan loox mid-century modern; tons of windows in the front and lots of open space inside. Any help would be appreciated.

Sacramento homes tour celebrates the mid-century modern look

Sacramento homes tour celebrates the mid-century modern look
Mid-century modern architecture – the soaring glass walls, the exposed beams, those light-filled open floor plans that beg to get the party started – had its heyday from 1945 to 1970 and was particularly prevalent in the ’60s.

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Mid-Century Meets Rat-Pack Architecture – Villa Roma, Palm Springs, CA *presented by Paul Kaplan

Iconic mid-century style condo at The Villa Roma. Wonderful kitch-style details, including manicured landscaping, roman column gazebo, reflecting pools, all in a great South Palm Springs neighborhood. This unit shows very well with its Great Mountain and green belt views. A stacked stone marble fireplace is the focal point of the spacious living room which includes a must-have period wet bar. Original terazzo flooring in the grand entry and bathrooms in excellent condition. All original kitchen for those that appreciate the classic mid-century style. The master Bedroom has a view and access to the private patio, and swanky en-suite bathroom with roman tub. Beautiful community pool and club house with amazing mountain views. Very Convenient Parking Right behind the private walled patio. FEE LAND, no lease. Offered at $234000 Visit www.MidCenturyModernPS.com for more information or call Paul Kaplan 760-285-8559 Pacific Union GMAC Real Estate

Design Essay: Renovating mid-Century Modern Libraries

Design Essay: Renovating mid-Century Modern Libraries
The University of Chicago Law School entrusts OWP/P/Cannon Design with the task of modernizing its original Saarinen structure while respecting the building’s heritage.

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New Art City: Manhattan at Mid-Century

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A fascinating, panoramic exploration of art and culture in mid-twentieth-century New York City from one of our most important and influential art critics.

New Art City takes us from the solitude of the artist’s studio to the uproarious bars where artists gathered, from the ramshackle bohemian neighborhoods of downtown Manhattan to the Midtown streets where steel-and-glass skyscrapers were rising and art galleries were proliferating. We encounter a kaleidos… More >>

New Art City: Manhattan at Mid-Century

Palm Springs Real Estate – Midcentury Hideaway

Palm Springs Real Estate- modern contemporary mid-century home in the heart of Palm Springs, CA. Presented by Paul Kaplan www.549Juanita.com

Alphaville SA-LEGA-TRI-K Mid-Century Modern Legare Tri Chair- Chrome-Black

• Modern design Chrome steel wire frame Faux leather seat pad Bertoia Diamond-Inspired wire net
• Manufactured to the Highest Quality Available.
• Design is stylish and innovative. Satisfaction Ensured.
• Great Gift Idea.

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Established in 2003 Alphaville Design Inc. started with the simple idea of making high quality modern furnishings made in China to Italian specifications. Using premium Italian hides from the finest Italian tanneries and the best and most consistent #304 stainless steel for furniture making from Korea Alphaville Design Inc. engaged a small high-end custom upholstery factory in China. The tailoring the hand the love that goes into every product continues to this… More >>

Alphaville SA-LEGA-TRI-K Mid-Century Modern Legare Tri Chair- Chrome-Black

Seven Lakes Country Club- Mid-Century Residences on the golf course in Palm Springs

Mid-Century meets Hollywood Chic at Seven Lakes. This unique modern home features amazing golf course & west facing mountain views. Walls of glass and 11 foot ceilings seamlessly merge the outdoors with the indoors, while providing a light-filled airy environment. Enjoy a private gated courtyard off the living room and 2nd bedroom. Recently updated, including two stylish remodeled baths and renovated kitchen, all a backdrop for chic Palm Springs resort style living. Designer details throughout featuring custom mod wallpaper and tiles, and stunning white epoxy floors. 7 Lakes Country Club is a gated mid-century community, offering an 18-hole Executive Golf course, Pro Shop, private restaurant and bar, tennis courts, 15 pools and spas with cabanas, BBQ areas and poolside kitchenettes. One of the few communities in Palm Springs with the benefit of a 24 hour guard security gate- 7 Lakes provides a special unique Palm Springs resort lifestyle. No lease, You own the land. www.MidCenturyModernPS.com

I have inherited a dark blue midcentury sofa from my grandmother. How should I style my living room around it?

I really like midcentury style, but I do have one qualm with it- it seems a little stark and macho. Since I am enjoying my “single woman apartment” time in my life right now, I would really like to keep things feminine, while maintaining the integrity of midcentury design. I’m debating wall colors and other furniture and lamps etc. accessories right now, but here are some pieces that I would like to integrate:
1. oak record player (one of those big, floorbox versions), traditional style
2. sea glass green colored wire birdcage (for my parakeet!)
3. large sea green apothecary vase filled with seashells
4. black Todd Oldham midcentury style ottoman with white embroidery
5. midcentury desk, oak with white handles

I’m looking for suggestions on lamps, dining room sets, pretty trinkets, and other things to mishmash around with all this.

I’m worried that all that dark furniture (oak, black, dark blue) will look so stark against white walls. I thought of painting a wall brown as an accent, but then got worried about all the bland colors (black, dark blue, brown, beige carpet…) and thought my room might look like someone’s mismatched office uniform.

Looking for inspiration